Contextual Natural Science Education Journal
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): April - June 2025

A Literature Review: Effectiveness of Causal Learning Model in Improving Problem-Solving Ability

Wiwin Melia Utari (Master of Science Education, Postgraduate Program, University of Mataram)
Aprilia Ika Dewi Anjani (MASTER'S PROGRAM IN SCIENCE EDUCATION, POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF MATARAM.)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2025

Abstract

The development of innovative learning models in the last decade demands a systematic evaluation of their effectiveness and implementation trends. This article presents a systematic literature review of 500 indexed publications (2016-2025) to analyze the development, impact, and research trends of causal learning models in improving learners' problem-solving skills, particularly in science learning. The analysis revealed a significant increase in publications related to this model, with a growth of 25% per year, although fluctuations occurred in certain periods. The dominance of research is in the form of journal articles (62 publications) with a primary focus on physics, with the Journal of Physics and Technology Education being the most productive source (17 articles, 122 citations). Empirical evidence is strong that the causal model, especially when combined with scaffolding, is effective in improving problem-solving skills (the top article received 36 citations). Conceptual mapping through VOSviewer showed close links between the model and critical thinking skills, conceptual understanding, and science learning. These findings strengthen the position of the causalytic model as a relevant learning strategy to address the challenges of 21st-century education, while highlighting the need for further research related to implementation across disciplines and educational contexts.

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Journal Info

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cnsej

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Subject

Earth & Planetary Sciences Education Environmental Science Social Sciences Other

Description

Contextual Natural Science Education Journal (E-ISSN: 3046-8094) is a peer reviewed and open access scientific journal first published by the Science Education Doctoral Study Program, Postgraduate Program, Mataram University. This journal distributes papers written based on the results of original ...